Lg electronics inc. (20240200844). ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR simplified abstract

ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR

Organization Name

lg electronics inc.

Inventor(s)

Yonghyun Kim of Seoul (KR)

Jinil Hong of Seoul (KR)

Hyunji Park of Seoul (KR)

ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240200844 titled 'ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR

The abstract of the patent application describes an ice maker with upper and lower trays made of elastic material, defining spherical ice chambers. The upper chambers have ejector-receiving openings with opening-defining walls, allowing an upper ejector to remove ice. The lower tray is pivoted by a driver to open and close the trays. The upper tray has a horizontal extension forming a top face, with the upper chamber positioned below it.

• Upper and lower trays made of elastic material
• Spherical ice chambers defined by upper and lower chambers
• Ejector-receiving openings in upper chambers with opening-defining walls
• Upper ejector for removing ice from the chambers
• Driver for pivoting the lower tray to open and close the trays
• Horizontal extension on the upper tray forming a top face

Potential Applications: - Commercial ice makers - Household ice makers - Industrial ice production

Problems Solved: - Efficient ice removal from chambers - Easy operation and maintenance of the ice maker

Benefits: - Consistent ice production - Easy cleaning and maintenance - Durable and long-lasting design

Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Ice Maker Technology for Efficient Ice Production This technology can be used in commercial ice makers for restaurants, bars, hotels, and other establishments requiring a reliable ice supply. The efficient design and easy operation make it a valuable addition to any commercial kitchen.

Questions about Ice Maker Technology: 1. How does the elastic material of the trays contribute to the functionality of the ice maker? The elastic material allows for flexibility and durability in the trays, ensuring long-term use without damage. 2. What makes the design of the ejector-receiving openings unique in this ice maker? The opening-defining walls provide a precise structure for the ejector to remove ice efficiently.

Original Abstract Submitted

an ice maker includes an upper tray and a lower tray made of an elastic material. upper chambers in the upper tray and lower chambers in the lower tray contact each other to define spherical ice chambers, respectively. an ejector-receiving opening is opened to each of the upper chambers. an opening-defining wall extends upward along a circumference of each ejector-receiving opening. an upper ejector passes through the ejector-defining wall and vertically moves to remove ice from the ice chamber, and a driver pivots the lower tray to open and close the upper tray and the lower tray. the upper tray includes a horizontal extension forming a top face of the upper tray, and the upper chamber is positioned below the horizontal extension such that the opening-defining wall is formed at a vertical level equal to or lower than a vertical level of the opening-defining wall.